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Can concrete be beautiful?

Brutalism is an architectural style that was popular in the 50s and 60s. Although its stark, muscular style divides opinion, it's being reappraised by some as a bold monument to better times. BBC Ideas considers how these harsh, angular buildings can represent hope.

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